Commercial HVAC Estimator / Business Development

New Air Systems, Inc. is a growing veteran-owned HVAC contractor serving the Tampa Bay area. We are looking for a driven Commercial HVAC Estimator / Business Development professional whose primary responsibility will be finding commercial HVAC opportunities, estimating profitable projects, submitting competitive bids, and helping turn those opportunities into awarded work. This is not a traditional estimating position where projects are simply handed to you. We need a hunter. You will spend a significant portion of each day actively searching for new commercial HVAC opportunities through ConstructConnect, BuildingConnected, PlanHub, BidNet, DemandStar, government procurement websites, general contractor bid boards, and other commercial construction sources. The goal is to build a steady pipeline of profitable commercial work for New Air Systems. Responsibilities Search daily for commercial HVAC projects available for bid Monitor public and private procurement websites Find new general contractors and commercial customers to bid work for Review mechanical plans, specifications, schedules, and bid documents Perform HVAC takeoffs Determine equipment, material, labor, subcontractor, and other project costs Request equipment and material pricing from vendors Prepare competitive and profitable HVAC estimates Create professional proposals and bid packages Submit bids before deadlines Monitor addendums, RFIs, drawing revisions, and scope changes Follow up aggressively on submitted bids Develop relationships with general contractors, facility managers, purchasing departments, and construction managers Track open opportunities, submitted bids, awarded jobs, and lost projects Help determine which opportunities are worth pursuing and which should be passed on What We’re Looking For We want someone who understands that winning profitable work matters more than simply producing a large number of estimates. The ideal candidate has experience with: Commercial HVAC estimating Commercial construction bidding HVAC project management Mechanical plans and specifications Construction procurement platforms Equipment and material pricing Commercial HVAC takeoffs General contractor relationships Experience using platforms such as ConstructConnect, BuildingConnected, PlanHub, BidNet, DemandStar, SAM.gov, or similar systems is strongly preferred. HVAC Knowledge Preferred Experience estimating or working with: Rooftop units Split systems Heat pumps Package units Mini-splits VRF/VRV systems Exhaust and ventilation Sheet metal ductwork Controls Equipment replacement New construction Tenant build-outs Commercial renovations The Right Person You should be: Highly motivated Competitive Organized Detail-oriented Comfortable working independently Comfortable managing multiple bid deadlines Persistent with follow-up Comfortable calling vendors and contractors Able to read construction drawings Able to recognize profitable opportunities Focused on protecting company margins We want someone who wakes up thinking: “What projects can I find and win for this company today?” Compensation This position includes a competitive hourly base plus performance-based compensation. Estimated starting base: $25–$30 per hour depending on commercial HVAC estimating experience. Additional performance bonuses or commissions will be available based on profitable commercial work personally sourced and estimated by the employee. Our intention is to create a compensation structure where a strong performer can earn significantly more by consistently helping the company win profitable projects. Performance compensation may be tied to factors such as: Gross profit generated Awarded projects Collected revenue New commercial customers and general contractor relationships Exact incentive structure will be discussed during the interview process. How Performance Will Be Measured This is a results-driven position. Key performance indicators will include: Qualified opportu…

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